Project Manager

Avantier•North Plainfield, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Avantier, you won’t just “have a job”—you’ll work on real, cutting-edge technology used in aerospace, defense, and life sciences. We are a global photonics company (25+ years), specializing in custom optical design, engineering, and manufacturing for high-tech industries worldwide. Avantier Inc. is an unparalleled leader in providing custom optical systems solutions. We offer advanced precision custom optical design, optical engineering, optical lens assembly, rapid optical proto-typing, image processing, and optical manufacturing services. With over fifty years of experience in optical design and engineering, our team possesses an extensive wealth of knowledge. Our esteemed customers are well aware that Avantier is dedicated to providing exceptional care. Whether you require imaging solutions, lens systems, optical components, or opto-mechanical assemblies for applications in UV, VIS, NIR, or SWIR, rest assured, we have got you covered. Our advanced manufacturing units, coupled with cutting-edge metrology, empower us to manufacture precision optics of the highest caliber.

Requirements

3+ years of successful B2B project management experience , ideally with technical products
Proven track record in managing warm leads and assist closing long sales cycles
Skilled in delivering effective presentations and demos
Comfortable attending industry events (conferences, trade shows) to generate leads
Excellent communication skills , both written and verbal
Team-oriented with a positive, proactive attitude
Bachelor's degree required

Nice To Haves

Background or interest in science/optics is a plus
Ability to build relationships with C-level decision makers is a strong advantage
additional certificates are a bonus

Responsibilities

Manage the sales cycle from qualified inbound leads to close, with a focus on generating incremental revenue.
Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities , nurture relationships, and building a strategic sales pipeline for sustained long-term growth.
Collaborating with prospects to understand their needs, challenges, and objectives, and delivering customized optical solutions that align with their goals.
Consistently meeting or exceeding weekly activity targets , including outreach, follow-ups, and sales engagement metrics.